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ERP — Exposure and Response Prevention
The gold-standard therapy for OCD and avoidance-based anxiety
How It Helps
ERP gently and gradually helps children face feared thoughts, places, or situations—while resisting the urge to escape, avoid, or perform rituals. Over time, this reduces anxiety and builds confidence. ERP is the #1 recommended treatment for OCD and phobias.
Best for
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Children (ages 6+), teens, and families
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OCD (including health- and contamination-related)
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Needle phobia, procedural anxiety, dental fear
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Selective mutism, social anxiety, and specific phobias
In our practice
We tailor ERP to the developmental level of each client, using play, visuals, and concrete goal-setting to make exposures feel safe and empowering. ERP is often a cornerstone in our work with medical anxiety and pediatric OCD.